NUR 2356 MDC EXAM 3 REVIEW_2020 Johns Hopkins University MDC Final Exam Review

1. Appropriate nursing actions: Nicole a) When a client falls • 1st priority – check on patient for any injuries Before that, guide the patient to the floor. b) Positioning to reduce injury for bony prominences • Place pillows under areas and elevate • Changes position for 2hrs Elevate calves to protect heels c) Reducing shear injury (med surg pg 447) • Avoid pulling and sliding patient against bed • Keep head of bed at a slight elevation • Make sure sheets and...